Speaking Out Down Under

Divided Christians in Australia Are Engaged in a Culture War of Their
Own

by David J. Palmer

Judging by Australia’s success at the recent Olympic Games, especially
when measured by medals per million head of population—there are 20 million
of us—it might appear that we have an overwhelming obsession with sport.
Unfortunately for many Australians, this is true, but not surprising given the
inordinate amount of state funding for Olympic sports bodies as well as the
abundance of open space and sunshine.

However, our athletic success cannot disguise the significant differences
within Australian society. This year, Australian Christians found themselves
divid
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